bestsellers
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/ˈbɛstˌsɛl.ərz/
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/ˈbɛstˌsɛl.əz/
(bestseller)
high sales
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bestseller' originates from English, combining 'best' meaning 'most excellent' and 'seller' meaning 'one who sells'.
Historical Evolution
'bestseller' was first used in the early 20th century to describe books that sold in large numbers.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to books, but now it can apply to any product that sells well.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
books or other products that sell in very large numbers, often topping sales charts.
The author's latest novel quickly became one of the year's bestsellers.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45